Florida Conservation Corps AmeriCorps A.N.T. Member
Requisition No: 867352
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: Florida Conservation Corps AmeriCorps A.N.T. Member
Pay Plan: AmeriCorps
Position Number: 37971017
Salary: $2,200.00 Monthly Stipend
Posting Closing Date: 01/26/2026
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Florida Conservation Corps AmeriCorps A.N.T. Member
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
This position is located in Crystal River, FL
Position Overview and Responsibilities:
The Florida Conservation Corps (FLCC) AmeriCorps program is a 27-year-old program administered by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Florida Park Service with members serving at state parks throughout Florida.
Members help to reduce non-native invasive plant infestations through various land management techniques but also educate park visitors and surrounding communities through outreach and interpretation, as well as recruit volunteers to support their non-native invasive plant management endeavors. FLCC AmeriCorps members for this position will report daily to onsite park management, and submit service data to FLCC staff based in Gainesville, FL.
Members are required to serve 900 hours between February 2nd – July 31st, 2025. This equates to approximately 35 – 40 hours per week. To find out more about AmeriCorps, National Service, and the program you can visit:
https://www.americorps.gov/about
https://www.floridastateparks.org/FLCC
- AmeriCorps Non-Native Plant Terminator (A.N.T. Member)
- A.N.T. Members provide directly impact the Florida State Parks by serving in pairs in approximately 25 state parks, focused on habitat restoration through the management of non-native invasive plants through various land management techniques, but also educate park visitors and surrounding communities through outreach and interpretation, as well as recruit volunteers to support their non-native invasive plant management endeavors.
- The A.N.T. position is located with the Florida Conservation Corps AmeriCorps Program which is managed by the Bureau of Natural and Cultural Resources.
- Overview of primary responsibilities.
- Remove non-native invasive plants using various techniques
- Serve 900 hours by July 31st
- Assist with outreach goals as assigned
- Complete monthly timesheet
- Complete quarterly report
- Complete grant required training
- Attend mandatory FLCC events
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of
- Florida ecosystems and resource management techniques
- Recreation principles
Skill In
- communicating effectively verbally and in writing
- utilizing a computer including, but not limited to software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite
Ability To
- Attend In-person orientation March 16th – 20th
- Complete 900 hours between February 2nd – July 30th, 2025
- Successfully complete background and fingerprint check
- Accurately prepare reports
- Interact with all internal and external customers and the general public in a professional, tactful, and courteous manner
- Utilize a computer including, but not limited to software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite
- participate in resource management tasks, including but not limited to non-native plant removal which may include application of herbicide
- Follow verbal and written instructions/directions
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Work outdoors in inclement weather
- Perform physical labor
- Lift 40 pounds and assist in transporting items or other supplies 100 pounds or more
- Properly wear uniform
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must successfully pass FBI/FDLE background check
- Must successfully pass NSOPW check
- Valid Driver’s License
- Lift 40 pounds
Position of Special Trust Requirement:
This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Environmental degree
- Experience with plant identification
- Experience with working in harsh environmental conditions
Pay:
$2,200.00 Monthly Stipend
Our Organization and Mission:
The mission of the Florida Conservation Corps is to develop natural and cultural resource leaders by connecting them to areas of critical need in conservation, preservation, interpretation and resource based recreation.
Where You Will Work:
Crystal River Preserve State Park is a unique natural treasure located along Florida’s Gulf Coast. Spanning over 27,000 acres of diverse habitats, the park features miles of pristine shoreline, salt marshes, mangrove islands, and hardwood forests. It is home to an incredible variety of wildlife, including manatees, dolphins, and countless bird species, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts.
Visitors enjoy hiking, biking, kayaking, and wildlife viewing on scenic trails and waterways. The park also offers opportunities for environmental education and conservation, emphasizing the protection of Florida’s coastal ecosystems. Its tranquil setting and rich biodiversity make it an ideal destination for outdoor recreation and ecological stewardship.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida AmeriCorps Program is more than a paycheck. Benefits
- Loan deferment
- $7,395.00 Education award after the completion of service
- Monthly Living Stipend: $2,200.00
- No cost insurance premium (deductibles still required)
- Access to Member Assistance Program
- Free access to Florida State Parks
For a complete list of benefits, https://www.floridastateparks.org/FLCC.
Special Notes: DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:
HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us
An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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